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Friday, December 14, 2012

One Millionth Christkindlmarkt Visitor to Win Lifetime Pass Friday

Christkindlmarkt expects to welcome its 1 millionth visitor Friday and that person will win a season pass for life.

During its first 19 years, Christkindlmarkt Bethlehem has welcomed more than 950,000 guests to the Christmas City. This Friday, Dec. 14, one lucky visitor to the holiday marketplace will receive a very special gift - Christkindlmarkt season passes for life  - for being the one millionth person to attend the event. It’s anticipated that the person will pass through the doors shortly after Christkindlmarkt opens at 11 a.m. Where: PNC Plaza at Steelstacks, 645 E. First St., Bethlehem When: Starting 11 a.m. Friday How much: $8 for a daily pass, $18 for a season pass In addition to a family four pack of Christkindlmarkt passes for life, the guest will also receive a $100 ArtsQuest Gift Card and four passes to see the Bethlehem: The Christmas …

Gramma24

5:46 pm on Friday, December 14, 2012

Go to Philly, Across from Dillworth Plaza in Love Park. SAME vendors, SAME offerings.....difference? Christmas Village is FREE. Yup, you aren't asked to PAY to go in and BUY and SPEND......beautiful creations, beautiful ornaments, food, a lovely tree..........but wait, you have actually RUB ELBOWS with the hoypolloy in Philly....   more ›

Friday, November 23, 2012

5 Things to Know About Christkindlmarkt 2012

Christkindlmarkt is celebrating its 20th year as a popular holiday crafts venue in Bethlehem

Christkindlmarkt, the popular festival that takes place in Bethlehem each holiday season, is celebrating its 20th year. Here's what you need to know to enjoy the festivities: 1. Vendors: This year’s festival features 125 vendors each week – the most in the event’s history – and more than 200 in all during its six-week run. 2. Location: Christkindlmarkt is located at PNC Plaza at SteelStacks, 645 E. First St., Bethlehem. For tickets and information, visit www.artsquest.org. 3. Schedule: Christkindlmarkt is open Thursday through Sunday, Nov. 15-Dec. 23 (closed Thanksgiving) Hours are Thursday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Friday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-8 p.m., and Sunday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. 4. Admission: Tickets are $8 for a daily pass and $18 for a season pass (…

Gramma24

5:56 pm on Friday, November 23, 2012

Christmas Village located at City Hall in Downtown Philly has the same vibe and is set up the same way.....big difference, it's free and to walk thru there you don't feel the 'stares' of those looking down their noses at the 'riff-raff' they allowed in. But then, you'd have to go to 'big bad Philly' to see that. I have also seen the same set ups in NYC as well.....   more ›

Friday, November 18, 2011

Cheap Trips

Cheap Trips: Christkindlmarkt, Theater and Local History

Find four local attractions you can visit on one tank of gas.

Want to head out on a trip, but looking to save money? Try one of these four trips you can enjoy on just one tank of gas: Christkindlmarkt in Bethlehem, Thomas Massey House in Broomall, Upper Moreland Historical Association in Willow Grove and Tri-County Performing Arts Center and Village Productions in Pottstown. Address: Lawrence Rd & Springhouse Rd, Broomall How Far From Salisbury? 1 hour; 58 miles. Admission: Free Hours: Summary: The 1696 Thomas Massey House is a historic site that offers various events and educational programs throughout the year. This establishment hosts tours for students of various ages and relies on volunteers for its services. Cooking classes are also available and the house offers a wide range of seasonal …

Sunday, November 13, 2011

5 Things to Know About Christkindlmarkt 2011

Bethlehem's famed holiday market has a new location.

One of the world's best holiday markets opens Thursday, Nov. 17 and Christkindlmarkt in Bethlehem has a few changes this year.

Missy Moyer-Schneck

9:49 am on Tuesday, November 15, 2011

The BEST part of Christkindlmarkt is Santa! I say a little prayer every year that Santa is still there, THE santa...not just any Santa.....We have a book of every Santa picture from when the kids were babies....and it's just this one Santa in every picture.....He is the BEST santa   more ›

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